[ November 2, 2011; 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm. ] Join the Newark Public Library as author Catherine Clinton, gives readers a glimpse into the life of Mary Lincoln. Her influence and contributions to her husband’s life, President Abraham Lincoln, were profound during such an important time in American history. To prepare for the discussion, a limited number of copies of the book are available [...]

[ October 16, 2011; 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ] Join the Newark Public Library for a presentation featuring Mary Beth Sills. This event is a family program for visitors of all ages. Listen to music of the Civil War era while learning a little about its historical relevance. The expression of dance transcends time and had a big presence in the Civil Was era. [...]

[ September 11, 2011; 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm. ] Join the Newark Public Library for a presentation by Scott Mingus: author, tour guide, multiple award winning miniature war gamer, patented scientist, and history buff based near York Pennsylvania will share stories from his book Human Interest Stories of the Gettysburg Campaign. A book sale and signing session will follow his riveting presentation.

Location: Newark Library [...]

[ May 5, 2011; 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm. ] Join the Newark Public Library as Mark Holbrook,, portrays Matthew Brady. Brady made his mark in American history as the world-renowned photographer and chronicler of the American Civil War and the presidency of Abraham Lincoln. Listen as Brady shares some of his amazing photographs and the intriguing stories behind them. Mr. Holbrook is the   Marketing [...]

[ April 27, 2011; 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm. ] Mystery and history lovers unite! Join the “Booked to Death” mystery book club at the Newark Public Library for a lively discussion of this novel. Written by former U.S. Congressman, Robert J. Mrazek, this novel combines mystery, historical drama and the Civil War.

Location: Newark Library Meeting Room, Newark Library, 101 West Main Street, Newark, OH [...]